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The National Trust Book of Afternoon Tea
From cucumber sandwiches to jam and scones, this comprehensive cookery book from the National Trust is chock full of recipes that go perfectly with a nice cup of tea.
From cucumber sandwiches to jam and scones, this comprehensive cookery book from the National Trust is chock full of recipes that go perfectly with a cup of tea.
Afternoon tea is the quintessential British ritual. And with over 100 tearooms across the country, the National Trust knows a thing or two about it.
This gift-sized guide has delicious recipes for savory and sweet treats, whether you’re looking for a lively party, the last word in elegance or a hearty winter tea by the fire.
From sandwiches and tarts to cakes, scones, macaroons and preserves – some are classic, some have a twist, such as cucumber sandwiches with minted cream cheese, toasted farmhouse bread with anchovy butter, the classic Victoria sponge, brandysnaps or scones.
Plus there’s everything you need to know to brew the perfect pot of tea (not to mention the odd cocktail and bowl of punch).
Food historian Laura Mason also includes some fascinating and amusing historical recipes that reveal how afternoon tea was taken in times gone by and the origins of some of our beloved dishes.
From cucumber sandwiches to jam and scones, this comprehensive cookery book from the National Trust is chock full of recipes that go perfectly with a cup of tea.
Afternoon tea is the quintessential British ritual. And with over 100 tearooms across the country, the National Trust knows a thing or two about it.
This gift-sized guide has delicious recipes for savory and sweet treats, whether you’re looking for a lively party, the last word in elegance or a hearty winter tea by the fire.
From sandwiches and tarts to cakes, scones, macaroons and preserves – some are classic, some have a twist, such as cucumber sandwiches with minted cream cheese, toasted farmhouse bread with anchovy butter, the classic Victoria sponge, brandysnaps or scones.
Plus there’s everything you need to know to brew the perfect pot of tea (not to mention the odd cocktail and bowl of punch).
Food historian Laura Mason also includes some fascinating and amusing historical recipes that reveal how afternoon tea was taken in times gone by and the origins of some of our beloved dishes.
160 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 3, 2018
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January 24, 2023
This book would make a perfect gift for tea lovers. There are many historical and literary references which makes it interesting to read not just for the recipes. There are clear instructions how to make tea, descriptions of the various different types of tea and lots of delicious recipes and attractive drawings.
March 29, 2020
Easy, clear recipes that even an amateur baker like me can follow. The brownies here were a huge hit with my family.
September 1, 2018
Anyone who has read many of my reviews probably knows that I love National Trust cookbooks. They have excellent recipes, well written and easy to follow that give great results time and again. My teenage daughters have cooked out of my National Trust cookbooks many times making things they've never made before with great results. This darling cookbook is no different. All the classic tea recipes you'd want in a smaller hardcover book. My only issue with this book is it is missing the beautiful full color photos you find in most of their books.
That being said, I love this book with all of its delightful recipes. Whether you're doing an official tea, just brewing a cuppa and want a little something along side or you are looking for something delicious to bake, this book has got you covered.
The book is divided into chapters that cover all of your basics:
Introduction: Taking Tea
Bread and Butter and... (sandwiches)
For High Tea
Large Cakes
Small Cakes and Biscuits
Pastries
Freshly Baked (scones, etc)
Preserves and Drinks
It's not just recipes for how to put things together, but also covers making some of those things yourself such as chicken liver and smoked trout pates, potted shrimp and more. Don't buy English muffins at the store, whip up a batch for yourself! You'll enjoy them all the more for having made them yourself. The same goes for jams and jellies. There's an easy Strawberry Jam recipe. Can you imagine slathering butter and homemade strawberry jam on a homemade English muffin? Bliss!!
The upshot of it is--National Trust has knocked it out of the park again. This is a lovely book and I highly recommend it!
I received a copy of this book through IPG for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
That being said, I love this book with all of its delightful recipes. Whether you're doing an official tea, just brewing a cuppa and want a little something along side or you are looking for something delicious to bake, this book has got you covered.
The book is divided into chapters that cover all of your basics:
Introduction: Taking Tea
Bread and Butter and... (sandwiches)
For High Tea
Large Cakes
Small Cakes and Biscuits
Pastries
Freshly Baked (scones, etc)
Preserves and Drinks
It's not just recipes for how to put things together, but also covers making some of those things yourself such as chicken liver and smoked trout pates, potted shrimp and more. Don't buy English muffins at the store, whip up a batch for yourself! You'll enjoy them all the more for having made them yourself. The same goes for jams and jellies. There's an easy Strawberry Jam recipe. Can you imagine slathering butter and homemade strawberry jam on a homemade English muffin? Bliss!!
The upshot of it is--National Trust has knocked it out of the park again. This is a lovely book and I highly recommend it!
I received a copy of this book through IPG for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
May 15, 2020
I'll say finished but because of the delicious recipes this book has to offer, it will be an on-going read if you catch my drift.
Plus I'm planning on having my own afternoon tea so this will be used more than once.
Lovely book explaining history of tea/afternoon tea etc so definitely "food for thought"
Plus I'm planning on having my own afternoon tea so this will be used more than once.
Lovely book explaining history of tea/afternoon tea etc so definitely "food for thought"
September 4, 2021
Love the book and the illustrations. Tried all the receipes and it's very easy
December 31, 2021
Looking forward to taking my afternoon tea to new levels in 2022 with the inspiration provided by this little gem.
December 13, 2024
A quaint book full of little nuggets of tea knowledge! Not the tea leaves - the activity! It was easy to read and has me inspired to try some of its recipes :)
February 26, 2025
I love National Trust cookbooks! A Little treasure for tea lovers like me🫖☕🍪!
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